Not all functionality defined for the exchange file formats is supported. The supported subset is currently mainly defined by the functionality supported in GLFrame rspt. the BMF file format.
More detailed information on supported functionality can be found in
the according directories in the docs subdirectory.
Unit systems used by the different systems are:
| Dimension \ System | Poseidon | Nastran | Sesam / GeniE |
|---|---|---|---|
| L (Length Unit) | [m] for nodes | [m] | [m] |
| [mm] for plate thicknesses | |||
| M (Mass Unit) | [t] | [t] | [t] |
| ML/T² Force Unit) | [kN] | [kN] | [kN] |
Yield stress is stored in [kN/m²] in Sesam / GeniE, but [N/mm²] in POSEIDON.